St. Joseph – Mosaic Originally from St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican – Catholic Art Print Hildegard von Bingen "The Tree of Life

"The Tree of Life

always protecting

meaning the Church has declared that he led a life of heroic virtue

We think the artist was suggesting the trinity in the flowers

St. Joseph – Mosaic Originally from St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican – Catholic Art Print Hildegard von Bingen "The Tree of LifeSt. Joseph Mosaic from St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Joseph is the quiet one in the Gospels. He is the protector of the Holy Family. He was chosen as the earthly model of manhood for Jesus, so we can be sure he was nearly perfect in virtue. His strength and nobility of character come across beautifully in this inspiring mosaic from the walls of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Joseph is an ideal model for all men who seek to be Godly men. Tu Eris